"figure Out What It Is You Love to Do and Live the Life You Love": The Experiences of Young Adults Returning to Work after Primary Cancer Treatment

Emily K. Drake, Robin Urquhart

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Abstract

This study explored young adult (YA; 18-39 years of age) cancer survivors' perspectives on and experiences with return to work (RTW) following primary cancer treatment. A prospective qualitative longitudinal method was employed, using in-depth telephone interviews at three time points. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Five people (ages 25-40) participated and four themes were identified: YAs face uncertainty about RTW; cancer may be a catalyst for career change; employment benefits are important; and YA-specific resources are needed to support RTW.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)368-372
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology
Volume8
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2019

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
© Copyright 2019, Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers 2019.

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
  • Oncology

PubMed: MeSH publication types

  • Journal Article
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

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